VMware ESXi 5.5 end of life (EOL) date and support status
End of life End of life since 2018-09-19 (2941 days ago)
Upgrade: VMware ESXi 5.5 no longer receives fixes. Supported cycles: 9.1, 9.0, 8.0.
| Product | VMware ESXi |
|---|---|
| Version cycle | 5.5 |
| Status | End of life |
| Released | 2013-09-19 |
| Active support until | — |
| End of life | 2018-09-19 |
| Latest version | 5.5 Update 3k (2018-09-14) |
| Last verified | 2026-10-08 |
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Frequently asked questions
Is VMware ESXi 5.5 end of life?
Yes. End of life since 2018-09-19 (2941 days ago). It no longer receives security or bug fixes.
When does VMware ESXi 5.5 reach end of life?
VMware ESXi 5.5 reached end of life on 2018-09-19.
When was VMware ESXi 5.5 released?
VMware ESXi 5.5 was first released on 2013-09-19.
What is the latest VMware ESXi 5.5 version?
The latest 5.5 release is 5.5 Update 3k, published on 2018-09-14.
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